Chapter 1150: What Am I to You?

Chapter 1150: What Am I to You?

This wave of head-separating strike was surprisingly effective.

At least it completely obliterated his head along with the explosive sound.

However, even though I blew up his head, things weren’t over yet.

The remaining body, even without a head, was still moving.

And moving quite nimbly at that.

Now that was a problem.

After all, a black vortex just exploded that head, so it would need some time to recover. Plus, the head was smaller than the body, and strength was concentrated in the body beneath the head. If I wanted to repeat the same technique, it would be quite awkward.

I’m not some invincible male lead, after all, nor am I bald, and I certainly haven’t reached the level of knocking out children with a single punch.

If it were Su Kexin, she could probably pull it off.

Let’s be a bit more confident and drop the “probably.”

But that thing lost its head, so it probably lost its soul too. Even if it does move, it would just be flailing about.

The problem shouldn’t be too big.

“Phew…”

Lin Nuo withdrew his hand and took a deep breath. This thing took a toll on him.

“Senior Martial Brother… it’s still moving… a bit scary. Maybe we should just get rid of it too.”

Su Kexin seemed a little afraid. After being a cultivator for so long, she still found those strange creatures intimidating. Her inner strength just wasn’t solid enough yet.

“Destroying it is just a matter of time.”

Lin Nuo said confidently. First, he would temporarily use a Magic Array to bind it, preventing it from escaping.

Quickly, Lin Nuo, with fluid movements, set up a Barrier around the “Headless Warrior.” It charged around, but ran into walls everywhere, unable to break free.

Without a head, it just looked foolish, charging around like a bull.

Honestly, it was a bit comical.

“Young man, I suggest you eliminate it immediately, or it will pose a hidden danger. As long as it can move, who knows what trouble it will cause?”

The Old Man warned Lin Nuo. Lin Nuo silently complained: Who doesn’t know to eradicate the roots? But can you actually do it? Why don’t you come and finish this off?

If he could finish it, he wouldn’t have been stuck here for so long. Dealing with this headless demon required new strategies and tactics; your old methods just won’t cut it anymore.

As for Demon Power, he also drew inspiration from masters of the past to innovate. However, his innovation wasn’t completely absurd; his techniques still mirrored those of the predecessors.

And nowadays, the Demon Practitioners were also focused on innovation, coming up with some impressive magical techniques. In his previous life, he borrowed some; now he was the inventor.

The Refining Demon Sect still had its geniuses. However, compared to him, they were still lacking.

“I’ll take care of it soon enough, so don’t worry. I’ve said that once I eliminate them, this sealing space should disappear too. We wouldn’t want it to explode one day and wreak havoc on Ru Yu Village.”

Lin Nuo replied, finding a rock to lean against for a break.

The environment here did affect him somewhat; whether it was moving or wielding magic, it wasn’t as smooth as it was above.

Perhaps it was true, as the Old Man said, that this was a place for binding demons, and he was being affected.

As for that Demon Master earlier, before he knew it, he vanished without a trace.

“What about that Demon Master?”

Lin Nuo turned his head left and right, not seeing him anywhere.

“He returned to the altar.” The Old Man replied.

“When did that happen? So fast? Well, it doesn’t matter. It’s just a remnant soul; it can’t last long. He was the strongest here, right? Is there anyone else? Let them come out all at once so we can deal with them.”

Lin Nuo continued his banter. Honestly, if another headless demon jumped out, that would be enough trouble.

There shouldn’t be any more. If there were, they would have come out together.

Is a little banter after the fight too much to ask? Can’t I boast about being invincible?

Not satisfied? Why don’t you go take him down?

“There aren’t any more. He was the most troublesome one here. I was thinking he might have the ability to regenerate continuously, and you’d be worn out. Turns out, that was my foolish ignorance. Or perhaps, just as we thought back then, to break a demon, one must first understand demons. And you, having practiced Demon Power, could eliminate him. What you just used was an innovative magical technique. It’s hard to imagine you could master it so well at such a young age.”

The Old Man’s tone took a complete turn, showering Lin Nuo with praise and acknowledging his strength.

Lin Nuo just listened. This Old Man sure knows how to change his tune; he was just saying he wasn’t capable a moment ago, and now here comes the flattery.

Good or bad, it’s all on you.

Seriously, this Old Man would definitely excel in politics.

“Young man, I see you are quite close to my granddaughter. Are you two Dao partners?”

That question from the Old Man startled Lin Nuo.

What’s this? Jumping straight to “Dao partners”?

No, did he only ask after the battle? Why didn’t he ask earlier?

No, that’s not the issue. Why are we Dao partners all of a sudden?

I haven’t even practiced dual cultivation with her; even if I had, it would just be a façade of a Dao partner.

“Uh… yes, Grandfather…”

Even Su Kexin blushed a bit at that, thinking her grandfather really knows how to get to the point.

“Just as I expected. Despite our family rules forbidding contact with Demon Practitioners, both your father and I have touched upon demons, and this young man has relied on profound Demon Power to help us avert danger. It seems we are fated to be intertwined with demons, and crucially, his body shows no signs of demonization. He appears just like an ordinary person. This indicates his potential to become a great talent that can quell the world in the future.”

Lin Nuo: “…”

Wait, is insulting a person a family trait? What’s with all the verbal jabs? I’m a demon cultivator, and you’re labeling me a savior now?

“What Dao partners? That’s not true.” Lin Nuo quickly denied it.

“Huh? Senior Martial Brother, aren’t we? After everything we’ve been through, and we even have the Phoenix Twin Swords? Isn’t that the best evidence?”

“You’re thinking too simply. Or should I say that’s just your one-sided notion.”

This time, Lin Nuo didn’t hold back; he wanted to clarify things. No more talk of Dao partners.

I’m definitely not anyone’s Dao partner right now.

I wanted a Dao partner back then, but who would want to get close? Everyone kept a distance.

Oh well, without strength, it’s only natural to be overlooked.

“Um… this… this…”

Su Kexin was taken aback, even letting her sword slip from her grip.

Well, she always thought they were already Dao partners; who knew Lin Nuo would outright deny it, especially in front of her grandfather?

The atmosphere turned a bit awkward, and the Old Man sensed trouble brewing.

“Well, Senior Martial Brother, what am I to you… exactly…??”

Su Kexin slowly lowered her head, feeling quite aggrieved. Was it really all her one-sided affection? After all this time, did Senior Martial Brother really dislike her? Had she done something wrong?

“What are you?”

Lin Nuo didn’t finish the sentence, but to him, he could probably say ‘archenemy’?

However, his hostility towards Su Kexin had long since diminished from their initial encounters. Now, he merely saw her with caution; there was no hatred involved.

“Nothing, just Senior Martial Siblings.”

A very standard answer.